Today, January 16, NABF Welterweight Champion Raúl Curiel (16-0, 14 KOs) goes up against a new opponent in Jordan Panthen (11-1, 9 KOs), at Acrisure Arena in Greater Palm Springs, Palm Desert, CA, following Rocha’s hospitalization earlier this week. The welterweight rematch not only sets the stage for a highly-anticipated bout, but kicks off an unmatched boxing slate on DAZN. Fans can now tune in to the prelims live stream on DAZN’s Boxing YouTube channel. 

On the undercard, Cayden Griffiths (6-0, 6 KOs) takes on Lesther Espino (10-7, 8 KOs) in a welterweight bout, followed by Ruslan Abdullaev (3-0, 1 KOs) and Eduardo Abreu (14-1, 10 KOs) in a super lightweight clash. In another welterweight fight, Joel Iriarte (9-0, 8 KOs) faces off against Jireh De Los Santos (14-2, 5 KOs) before Manuel Flores (20-1, 16 KOs) and Jorge Chavez (14-0, 8 KOs) wrap up the undercard in a Super Bantamweight bout.

The weekend action continues when BKFC86 returns tomorrow (January 17) as Julian Lane (9-9, 3 KOs) and Dustin Pague (5-2, 4 KOs) square off in the BKFC Welterweight Championship. Elsewhere on the card, Former WBO super featherweight champion, Jamel, Herring, will make his bare-knuckle debut against Matt Guymon (2-1, 2 KOs) in a bantamweight bout. This fight means a great deal to Herring, as following his BKFC debut, the 40-year old will be among a shortlist of active BKFC fighters that also tout accomplished boxing careers. 

As if that wasn’t enough, DAZN delivers fans a January 24 showdown featuring Andy Cruz (6-0, 3 KOs) and Raymond Muratalla (23-0, 17 KOs) as the two will headline a Las Vegas card in a battle for Muratalla’s IBF lightweight title. Then, in what’s being dubbed one of the biggest blockbuster fights of the year, the boxing world spotlight shifts to New York City on January 31 as Teofimo Lopez (22-1, 13 KOs)  and Shakur Stevenson (24-0, 11 KOs)  will face off in “The Ring 6,” with Lopez putting his WBO and Ring Junior Welterweight Titles on the line. 

Next month, another marquee match-up awaits live exclusively on DAZN in “The Ring: High Stakes,” as Mario Barrios (29-2, 18 KOs) and Ryan Garcia (24-2, 20 KOs) face off against one another, with Barrios’ WBC welterweight title on the line, a title which he has held since 2024. 

As a reminder, fans can catch all the action when they sign up for DAZN’s Ultimate Tier subscription, which includes access to The Ring events. DAZN Ultimate also provides fans access to an extensive archive of classic bouts and exclusive behind-the-scenes content, giving them unmatched access to the sport’s biggest moments.

UPCOMING THE RING EVENTS ON DAZN

Saturday, January 31, 2026

RING VI – Shakur Stevenson vs. Teofimo Lopez

Madison Square Garden | New York, NY

Saturday, February 21, 2026

THE RING: High Stakes – Mario Barrios vs. Ryan Garcia

T-Mobile Arena | Las Vegas, NV

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PALM DESERT, CALIF. (Nov. 18, 2025) — Golden Boy Promotions will kick off its 2026 fight calendar with a bang, rolling out a slate of high-stakes rematches to open the new year. Headlining the card, NABO Welterweight Champion Alexis “Lex” Rocha (25-2-1, 16 KOs) and NABF Welterweight Champion Raul “El Cugár” Curiel (16-0-1, 13 KOs) will finally settle the score after their heated first meeting ended in a draw. The 12-round showdown between the two top contenders will take place Friday, January 16, live from Acrisure Arena in Palm Desert, Calif., and broadcast worldwide on DAZN.

“January 16th isn’t a new fight, it’s Round 13,” said Alexis Rocha. “Curiel and I left something unfinished, and this time I’m not stopping until there’s no doubt left in anyone’s mind. He’s going to feel everything I’ve carried since that night. At Acrisure Arena, I’m ending this story — permanently.”

“I am very excited to continue to build my legacy, be able to fight and continue this boxing saga,” said Raul Curiel. “I am filled with emotions knowing that I will represent Mexico and my hometown of Tampico.”

“We’re kicking off our 2026 fight calendar with the kind of high-impact, high-stakes rematches fans demanded we run back,” said Chairman and CEO Oscar De La Hoya. “January 16 will bring classic Golden Boy excitement and showcase the Coachella Valley’s next generation of stars we’ve been shaping from the ground up.”

On the undercard, Coachella Valley’s Manuel “Gucci Manny” Flores (20-1-1, 16 KOs) and Tijuana’s Jorge “El Niño Dorado” Chávez (14-0-1, 8 KOs) will meet in a rematch that could define the next phase of their careers. The super bantamweight clash is scheduled for 10 rounds.

“I feel blessed to be making an appearance in this new arena,” said Manuel Flores. “I am ready to showcase in this rematch that we are on different levels.”

“Everyone knows I won our last fight,” said Jorge Chavez. “Manuel knows this, the fans know this, his team knows this and more importantly I know this. Now it’s my job to take this out of the judges’ hands and to show Manuel once and for all who the real winner is between us.”

Tickets for Rocha vs. Curiel are priced at $200, $150, $100, $50, and $25, excluding applicable service charges. A limited number of Golden Boy VIP Experience tickets will also be available, which include exclusive merchandise and fight night upgrades. Tickets can be purchased at Ticketmaster.com. Ticket pre-sale will begin on Wednesday, Nov. 20 from 10:00 am PT to 10:00 p.m. PT, and the on-sale will begin on Friday, Nov. 21 at 10:00 a.m. PT.

Fresh off a majority draw in a Southern California showdown in December 2024, Alexis “LEX” Rocha once again proved why he remains one of the welterweight division’s most exciting and resilient fighters. His headlining duel with Raul Curiel at Toyota Arena delivered nonstop action and further cemented Rocha’s reputation for grit and entertainment. Rocha entered that bout after recapturing the NABO Welterweight title in July 2024 with a thrilling victory over Santiago Dominguez. That win marked a strong rebound from his October 2023 loss to Giovani Santillan, which ended a successful stretch in which he defended the NABO title three times.

Before that setback, Rocha had built major momentum by claiming the NABO Welterweight title with a win over Luis Alberto Veron in July 2022. That triumph followed an impressive run that included three consecutive knockout victories, highlighted by a dominant performance against Blair Cobbs. Rocha met his first defeat in October 2020 against Rashidi Ellis, but the loss came only after he had already proven his pedigree by winning the WBC Continental Americas Welterweight Title in 2018 and successfully defending it in the years that followed. He began his professional career with Golden Boy in early 2016, making a statement with a knockout debut against Jordan Rosario. That launch came on the heels of an exceptional amateur run in which Rocha became a six-time national champion and, at just 14 years old, the youngest fighter ever to win Junior Olympics gold in 2012. Now at 28, the southpaw keeps advancing through the division, powered by determination, resilience and a reputation for delivering action.

In his latest outing, Raul “El Cugar” Curiel made a powerful statement in a WBA title eliminator on the Jake Paul vs. Julio César Chávez Jr. PPV card, overwhelming previously unbeaten Victor Rodriguez at the Honda Center. A precise right uppercut in the fourth round changed the fight dramatically, leading to a stoppage win and marking an impressive debut under trainer Robert Garcia. That performance followed Curiel’s breakthrough moment in December 2024, when he battled Alexis Rocha to a thrilling 12-round majority draw. The action-packed fight elevated his profile and helped cement his standing among the welterweight elite. He now holds top-15 rankings across all major sanctioning bodies — No. 3 by the WBC and the WBA, No. 6 by the IBF, No. 13 by the WBO, and No. 7 by The Ring Magazine — all while maintaining an undefeated professional record of 16 wins, one draw, and 14 knockouts.

Curiel turned professional in February 2017 under manager Frank Espinoza and Golden Boy, rising through the ranks on the strength of his power and steady dominance. Before turning professional, Curiel built an outstanding amateur resume representing Tamaulipas, Mexico. Beginning at just 15 years old, he quickly emerged as a force on the international stage, capturing gold at the 2012 AIBA World Championships, the 2013 Olympic Cup Championships, and Washington D.C. ‘s 2013 Golden Gloves Tournament. His strong run in the 2015 World Series of Boxing earned him a place on Mexico’s 2016 Olympic team, where he competed in the light welterweight division at the Rio de Janeiro Games. With his sights now set on a world title, “El Cugar” remains a serious threat in the welterweight division.

In his most recent performance, Manny “Gucci Manny” Flores battled to a majority draw in a headline showdown against San Diego’s Jorge Chavez at Fantasy Springs Resort Casino, leaving fans and fighters eager for an immediate rematch. The ten-round clash between two of Golden Boy’s brightest rising stars delivered nonstop action and lived up to the hype. Representing Coachella, CA, Flores has become a standout in the super bantamweight division. After debuting in June 2017, he quickly made a name for himself with an aggressive style and explosive power, stringing together an impressive winning streak. Despite a setback in June 2023 with a unanimous decision loss to Walter Santibanes, Flores has bounced back spectacularly, winning five consecutive fights by knockout. Training under Joel and Antonio Diaz at Diaz Training Camp alongside world-class talent like Israil Madrimov, Murodjon Akhmadaliev, and Bektemir Melikuziev, Flores continues to refine his skills. With his current momentum and determination, he is on track for bigger opportunities in the super bantamweight division.

Jorge “ El Niño Dorado” Chavez delivered a standout performance against Manuel “Gucci Manny” Flores, fighting to a 10-round majority draw in front of a roaring Coachella crowd in his latest outing. Facing one of the toughest challenges of his career in enemy territory, Chavez remained composed and confident, mixing technical skill with power, and leaving fans and fighters alike eager for an immediate rematch. Many observers felt he had done enough to claim victory. Hailing from Tijuana and based in San Diego, Jorge Chavez has rapidly established himself as one of Golden Boy Promotions’ top rising stars. He turned professional in November 2021 and, after making a strong impression in his early fights, signed with Golden Boy in November 2023. In April 2025, Chavez thrilled fans with a dynamic performance against hard-hitting Brandon Douglas on the Gabriela Fundora vs. Marilyn Badillo undercard at Frontwave Arena in Oceanside, CA. The eight-round contest reminded fans why ‘El Niño Dorado’ has become a must-watch every time he fights. Boasting a 60-7 amateur record, Chavez overcame the challenges of being an immigrant fighter with fewer opportunities to develop an extensive amateur background than many of his peers. Known for his sharp technical skills and power, he trains under Hector Lopez in Santa Ana alongside top talents like Alexis Rocha. With an unbeaten professional record and growing momentum, Chavez is quickly emerging as one of the super bantamweight division’s most exciting fighters.

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Jake Paul had to work hard in the final rounds, but he won a 10-round unanimous decision over former middleweight champion Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. in a cruiserweight fight at The Honda Center in Anaheim, California.

The fight was fought at a slow place early as Paul was taking what Chavez was giving him, and Chavez was doing absolutely nothing as he landed zero punches in round one. Paul was landing some body punches and some left hook. Paul continued to ack up rounds and took a commanding lead.

Paul landed 140 of 482 punches. Chavez was 61 of 154.

Chavez made brief stands in rounds nine and 10. Paul was never in any serious trouble and won by scores of 99-91, 98-92 and 97-93.

Paul, 199.4 lbs of Dorado, PR is now 12-1. Chavez, 198.4 lbs of Sinaloa, MEX is 54-7-1.

Jake Paul Quotes

On the future of his boxing career 

“I’m used to these guys not being good promoters. At the end of the day, I’m going to fight all of these guys. I feel like tonight was just the first day of my boxing career, and I just got warmed up, and this is just chapter two moving forward.”

On how much different a fighter he is now compared to when he fought Tommy Fury

“I don’t even think I was a fighter then. That was like two and a half years into the sport, and I didn’t know what I was doing. I didn’t have the proper team around me. I didn’t have conditioning. My lifestyle outside of the ring was still that of a YouTuber, celebrity, actor, whatever I was at that point in time. So I wasn’t fully focused on boxing. Like I said, chapter one is done tonight, and now we’re moving into chapter two. I’m just getting warmed up in the sport. People hold the Tommy Fury thing against me, but what now? I just beat a former world champion, and I’m coming to avenge that loss as well with Tommy.”

On moving up to heavyweight for a potential fight against Anthony Joshua

“I’m definitely not a heavyweight, but I’m still going to take the challenge. You look at Deontay Wilder, he was beating these guys weighing 215 lbs. Granted, he’s 6’6 or something, but anything is possible. I like the challenge. That’s the criticism, people will say, ‘Fight someone in their prime who’s a beast’.” I think people just really want to see me lose. That’s really what the message is behind it all. Anthony Joshua is an insane fight, but I want that challenge. We’ve been DM’ing back and forth. He wants to make it happen. He called me up and it’s looking very likely for next year.” 

On what it was like going toe-to-toe with Chavez over the final round

“It was great. I love that he brought a good fight in the end. I think the fans got a good fight to see him come out and throw some punches on me, and it makes me better. It brings the best out of me. I started catching his shots, shooting back, and I had to elevate tonight and rise to a different level. I’m glad that the fans got to see me get punched in the face a little bit but at the end of the day, it’s good. I love a good fight.” 

On if Canelo Alvarez is out of the picture for his future plans

“No, he’s not out of the picture. I think once I get the belts, I’m going to want to fight for the cruiserweight championship and add that belt to my resume. I think he would become a four or five-weight champion. I think that would be what interests him, and that’s the plan.”  

Gilberto Ramirez Decisions Dorticos To Retain Cruiserweight Titles

Gilberto Ramirez defended the WBA/WBO Cruiserweight title with a 12-round unanimous decision over Yuniel Dortocs

In round 10, Dorticos was docked a point for low blows.

Ramirez landed 224 of 620 punches. Dorticos was 290 of 616.

Ramirez, 199.8 lbs of Sinaloa, MEX won by scores of 117-110 and 115-112 twice and is now 48-1.

Zurdo Ramirez Quotes 

On Jake Paul’s performance vs. Chavez Jr.

“Yeah, I give the credit to what he did in the fight. Chavez Jr. was a world-class world champion. He did great.”

On if Jake’s performance legitimized his status at cruiserweight.

“Yeah, I give a lot of credit to Jake Paul on this win.”

On whether a fight with Jai Opetaia is next for him.

“I’m ready, I’m the champion. I [want to become] undisputed.”

Raul Curiel Stops Victor Rodriguez in 4

Raul Curiel remained undefeated with a fourth round stoppage over Victor Rodriguez in a 10-round welterweight bout.

In round four, Curiel landed an a hard uppercut that was followed by a right to the body that sent Rodriguez down. The nose of Rodriguez was bleeding badly. Rodriguez was hurt and Curiel jumped on him with a flurry of punches on the ropes and the fight was stopped at 2:09.

Curiel, 146.4 lbs of Guadalajara, MEX is 16-0-1 with 14 knockouts. Rodriguez, 145.2 lbs of Maldonado, URU is 16-1-1.

Raul Curiel Quotes

On his performance and what’s next

“All due respect for my opponent. It was hard-hitting. He comes to fight and win the fight. I tried to put all my experience on the line and everything, thank God, went well. I’m very happy for my performance. I think I do it well, and I’m ready for everything. I’m ready for every champ, whoever is available. Now I won the title eliminator, so I’m here to fight anyone in the division.”

On what the exchanges felt like and how he was able to stop Rodriguez

“Like I said, he was hard-hitting, a hard puncher. He came to win, and it was a brawl. I always try to make it a war for people. For the fans, I know that’s why they paid for the tickets. I knew it was going to be a war because I studied before the fight, and I knew he was strong. I made a good fight plan for this one, and I felt stronger, and every fight I’m doing better and better.”

Julian Rodriguez Stops Avious Griffin in 10th and Final Round

Julian Rodriguez scored the biggest win of his career by stopping previously undefeated AVious Griffin in the 10th and final round of their welterweight bout.

Over the first half of the fight, Rodriguez got out to a lead by landing some nice counter shots.

In round eight, Griffin dropped Rodriguez with a chopping right hand. Rodriguez came back in round nine by landing a right hand that buckled Griffin. In round 10, Rodriguez ducked under and landed a left hook that hurt and dropped Griffin. Griffin rolled around and with a bloody nose could not beat the count at 2:55.

Rodriguezz, 146.6 lbs of Hoboken, NJ is 24-1 with 15 knockouts. Griffin, 146.8 lbs of Chattanooga, TN is 17-1.

Schofield Takes Out Farmer in 1st Round

Floyd Schofield scored the most significant win of his career as he took out Tevin Farmer in the opening round of their 10-round lightweight bout.

Schofield dropped Farmer in the opening minute with a one-two combination. Schofield then landed a flurry of punches tat was punctuated by a left hook. With Farmer hurt, Schofield landed a hard flurry and the bout was stopped at 1:18.

Schofield, 134.8 lbs of Austin, TX is 19-0 with 13 knockouts. Farmer, 135 lbs of Philadelphia is 33-9-1.

Floyd Schofield Quotes 

On if he was surprised at how quickly the fight ended

“Yes and no. So much was going on. I was just thinking a mile a minute, so when the fight was over it didn’t register that the fight was over. I was so hype! I told my dad I just wanted to run out of the ring and celebrate.” 

On his message to naysayers 

“If you are a hater, continue to hate. If you’re a supporter, I appreciate you, love you. We’re just going to keep doing great things, keep getting bigger. Me and Shakur [Stevenson] have unfinished business at the end of the day. That’s going to eventually happen, and I’ll be able to prove what I was going to do in February.” 

Holly Holm returned to boxing after a successful championship run in the UFC and won a 10-round unanimous decision over Yolanda Vega in a super lightweight fight.

Holm, 136.6 lbs of ALbiquerque, NM won by scores of 100-90 on all cards and is now 33-2-3. Vega, 136 lbs of Sonora, MEX is 10-1.

Holly Holm Quotes

On how much she was motivated by Yolanda Vega’s trash talk this week

“I use anything as motivation. They could be being too friendly, and I’d be like, ‘I’m not your friend.’ They could be talking a bunch of trash, and I’d be like “don’t talk like that.” Leading up to a fight, you’ll use anything as motivation, but really my motivation is in me. I fight for myself and the support that I have from my team and my family. When it comes down to it, they should want to win. I don’t want to fight somebody who’s not there to win. I don’t want to fight somebody who’s not at their best. I want to beat them when they’re at their best. I wanted [Yolanda Vega] to come with everything she had, because that makes it more of a sweet victory.”

On the secret to her longevity

“When people tell me that I’m old, I don’t feel it. I do think that it’s [due to] activity, that it’s a mindset, basic health. I think there are a lot of things to it but I think the number one thing is that as long as [boxing is] your passion. I have trainers that I really trust, and if they felt like I couldn’t do it anymore, they would tell me. So I keep those people close to me, and I listen to them. I know I can still do it, they believe in me too, and that’s all it takes. It’s still my passion. I’m not going to do it forever, obviously the years [ahead] are getting less, but I know that I’m still healthy and still ready to go.” 

On what we will see next from her

“Better. I had fun tonight, but I definitely want more from myself.”  

Joel Iriarte won eight-round unanimous decision over Kevin Johnson in a welterweight bout.

Iriarte, 146.8 lbs of Bakersfield, CA won by scores of 80-72, 79-74 and 78-74 and is now 8-0. Johnson, 146.4 lbs of Las Vegas is 12-7.

Alexander Gueche remained undefeated with an eight-round unanimous decision over Vincent Avina in a super bantamweight bout.

Gueche, 124 lbs of Long Beach, CA won by scores of 80-72 twice and 79-73 and is now 8-0. Avina, 120 lbs of Las Vegas is 8-2-1.

Joshua Edwards stopped Dominic Hardy in the opening round of their four-round heavyweight bout.

In round one, Edwards landed a jab to the body that was followed by a booming right hand hand that put Hardy down and out at 1:03.

Edwards, 226 lbs of Houston is 3-0 with three knockouts. Hardy, 251.4 lbs of Chicago is 6-4.

Rene Alvarado won a 10-round unanimous decision over previously undefeated Victor Morales in a super featherweight battle.

Alvarado, 129.6 lbs of Managua, NIC won by scores of 99-91 on all cards and is now 35-16. Morales, 130 lbs of Vancouver, WA is 20-1-1.

John Ramirez won a eight-round unanimous decision over Josue Morales in a bantamweight bout.

Ramirez, 119.8 lbs of Los Angeles won by scores of 80-72 twice and 79-73 and is now 15-1. Morales, 121 lbs of Houston, TX is 33-19-4.

This Saturday night, under the bright lights of the Honda Center in Anaheim, two undefeated welterweights will put it all on the line — not for a title just yet, but for the right to fight for one.

In the red corner stands Raúl “Cugar” Curiel — a Mexican Olympian, southpaw, explosive puncher, and pressure fighter with 13 knockouts in 15 wins. He fights like every round is his last. In December, he went to war in a razor-close draw against Alexis Rocha, showing he can swim in deep waters.

Opposite him is Uruguay’s Victor Ezequiel Rodríguez, a composed 29-year-old technician with a spotless record. No one has beaten him. No one has dropped him. No one has broken his will. After building his name across South America, Rodríguez now steps into the global spotlight, determined to prove he belongs.

There’s no belt on the line — not yet — but the stakes couldn’t be higher. This is a WBA title eliminator. The winner becomes the mandatory challenger for the WBA world welterweight title. The loser goes back to the end of the line.

This isn’t just a clash of styles — it’s a clash of intentions. Curiel wants to dominate and dismantle. Rodríguez wants to announce himself as more than a prospect — he wants to be recognized as a legitimate threat, right now.

While the spotlight may shine brightest on the Ramirez vs. Dorticos main event, this matchup is the one purists are circling. It’s a crossroad fight. A glimpse into the future. And one man will leave Anaheim a giant step closer to the ultimate prize.

Alexis Rocha and Raul Curiel entertained and delivered, yet after 36 grueling minutes neither could claim victory as the nip and tuck welterweight battle ended in a 12-round majority draw at in Ontario, California.

Both guys had plenty of moments taking the lead in the fight as the both landed plenty of head and body flurries. The fighters took turns taking rounds as it was a nip-and-tuck battle throughout.

Rocha landed 205 of 818 punches. Curiel was 232 of 731.

In the end, Rocha won a scorecard by a 116-112 tally while the two others were evened up at 114-114.

Rocha of Santa Ana, CA is 25-5-1. Curiel of Los Angeles is 15-0-1.

“I want to run this fight back again and then hopefully fight for a world title,” said Rocha. “I know I did enough to win. The rounds were very close; unfortunately, tonight didn’t go my way. I want the rematch — it was a fun fight, and I want to do it again.”

“I definitely felt like I had done what I had to do to win the fight,” said Curiel. “I’m sure he would say the same. At the end of the day, the fans are the best judges, and based on the crowd’s reactions, they won tonight. I hope we can run it back again next year. For now, I want to enjoy the holidays with my family.”

Conwell Knocks Out Vegara in 7

In a battle of undefeated junior middleweights, Charles Conwell stopped Gerardo Vegara in round seven of their 10-round bout.

Vegara dominated the action and bloodied Vegara in round five. In round seven, Conwell hurt Vegara with a left hook and opened up a vicious eight=punch flurry that featured several more hard left hook and the fight was stopped at 2:51.

Conwell, 153.8 lbs of Cleveland is 21-0 with 16 knockouts. Vegara, 152.8 lbs of Buenos Aries, ARG is 20-1.

Scrappy Ramirez Decisions Bui

John Ramirez won a 10-round unanimous decision over previously undefeated Epharim Bui in a super flyweight bout.

In round four, Bio was bleeding under his right eye.

Ramirez landed 176 of 601 punches. Bui was 175 of 705.

Ramirez, 114 1/2 lbs of Los Angeles won by scores of 97-93 on all cards and is now 14-1. Bui, 113 3/4 lbs of Sugarland, TX is 10-1.

Marlen Esparza Decisions Arely Mucino

In a battle of former world champions, Marlen Esparza won a 10-round unanimous decision over Arely Mucino in a super flyweight bout.

Esparza landed 146 of 460 punches. Mucino 113 of 486.

Esparza who missed the flyweight limit weight and came in at 114 lbs and the Houston native won by scores od 98-92 twice and 97-93 and is now 15-2. Mucino, 111.1 lbs of Monterrey, MEX is 32-5-2.

Victor Morales Stops Guardado Due Eye Injury

Victor Morales remained undefeated by stopping Ivan Guardado due to a swollen eye in round eight of their 10-round junior lightweight bout.

In round one, Guardado was cut under his left eye.

Just as the bell sounded for round eight, the right eye of Guardado was swelling badly. The ringside doctor spent several minutes test out Guardado and then pulled Guardado out of the fight.

Morales, 131 lbs of Vancouver, WA is now 20-0-1 with 10 knockouts. Guardado, 131 lbs of Ensanada, MEX is 16-3-1.

Jorge Chavez remained undefeated with a eight-round unanimous decision over Ruben Casero in a super bantamweight bout.

In round one, Chavez landed a big right that sent Casero down. Chavez dropped Casero again at the end of the frame. Casero was bleeding from around the right eye as early as round four.

Chavezm 121 1/2 lbs of Tijuana MEX won by scores of 80-70 and is now 13-0. Casero, 121 1/4 lbs of Uruguay is 12-4.

Ricardo Ruvalcaba remained undefeated with an eight-round unanimous decision over Jabin Chollet in a welterweight contest.

Ruvalcaba, 144 3/4 lbs of Ventura, CA won by scores of 80-72 twice and 79-73 and is now 13-0-1. Chollet, 145 lbs of San Diego is now 10-2.

Gael Cabrera stopped Garen Diagan in round two of their six-round super bantamweight fight.

In round two, Cabrera landed a big left right on the nose for a knockdown. When Diagan got to his feet, Diagan did not look like he could continue and the fight was stopped at 2:59.

Cabrera of Sonora, MEX is 6-0 with four knockouts. Diagan, 121 1/2 lns of General Santos City, PHL is 10-6.

Uhilices Reyes scored a shocking second round stoppage over previously undefeated Joshua Garcia in a six-round lightweight bout.

In round one, Reyes rocked Garcia with a left hook and had Garcia stumbling around and eating punches. Reyes continued to flurry and dropped Garcia. Halfway through round two, Reyes landed a booming left that was followed by a right and Garcia was dropped again. Reyes continued to the assault was Garcia was administered a third count and the fight was waved off at 2:04.

Reyes, 132 1/2 lbs of Omaha, NE is 3-1 with two knockouts. Garcia, 134 1/4 lbs of Moreno Valley, CA is 9-1.

Fabian Guzman stopped Travis Floyd in round two of their four-round middleweight bout.

In round two, Guzman dropped Floyd with a right hook as Floyd was walking in. Guzman continues to pound on Floyd until the bout was stopped at 2:28.

Guzman, 158 1/2 lbs of Orange, CA is 6-0 with six knockouts. Floyd, 154 1/2 lbs is now 4-12-2.

Javier Meza made a successful pro debut with an opening round stoppage over David Music in a junior welterweight bout.

Early in round one, Meza dropped Music with an overhand right. Later in the round, Meza landed a huge flurry in the corner that forced a referee stoppage at 2:59.

Meza, 140 1/4 lbs of Amarillo, TX is 1-0 with one knockout. Music, 141 1/2 lbs of Findlay, OH is 1-1.

ONTARIO, Calif. (Dec. 12, 2024) – As Golden Boy closes out the year with a stacked fight night on Saturday, Dec. 14, a press conference was held today in Ontario, Calif., to promote the anticipated 12-round clash between two world title contenders: NABO Welterweight Titleholder Alexis “Lex” Rocha (25-2, 16 KOs) and undefeated knockout artist and NABF Welterweight Titleholder Raul “El Cugar” Curiel (15-0, 13 KOs). Doors to the Toyota Arena open at 1 p.m. PT, the Golden Boy Fight Night: Rocha vs. Curiel Prelims livestream begins at 1:30 p.m. PT, and the DAZN broadcast will kick off at 5 p.m. PT.

Tickets for Rocha vs. Curiel are on sale and are priced at $100, $75, $50, and $25, not including applicable service charges. A limited number of Golden Boy VIP Experience tickets will also be available for purchase, which include exclusive merchandise and fight-night upgrades. Standard and VIP tickets can be purchased at Ticketmaster.com, Toyota-Arena.com, GoldenBoy.com, or the Toyota Arena box office, Monday through Friday from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.

In the co-main event, the highly ranked, undefeated world title contender Charles “Bad News” Conwell (20-0, 15 KOs) will return to the ring in a 10-round super welterweight fight against Buenos Aires, Argentina’s Gerardo Vergara (20-0, 13 KOs). In a bid for the vacant WBA Continental North America Super Flyweight Title, John “Scrappy” Ramirez (13-1, 9 KOs) will seek redemption against Sugar Land, Texas’ undefeated Ephraim Bui (10-0, 8 KOs) in a 10-round super flyweight fight. In a crossroads bout, U.S. Olympic medalist and former unified world champion Marlen Esparza (14-2, 1 KO) will face former four-time world champion Arely “Ametralladora” Muciño (32-4-2, 11 KOs) of Monterrey, Mexico, in a 10-round super flyweight contest. Opening the DAZN broadcast with a 10-round super featherweight fight, Victor “El Tornado” Morales (19-0-1, 9 KOs) of Vancouver, Canada, will meet Ensenada, Mexico’s Jose Ortiz (16-2-1, 6 KOs).

On the Golden Boy Fight Night: Rocha vs. Curiel Prelims, streamed live on the Golden Boy YouTube channel, Tijuana, Mexico’s Jorge “El Niño De Oro” Chavez (12-0, 8 KOs) will participate in an eight-round super bantamweight fight against Ruben Casero (12-3, 4 KOs) of Colonia, Uruguay. Ventura, Calif.’s Ricardo Ruvalcaba (12-0-1, 10 KOs) will compete in an eight-round super lightweight contest against San Diego’s Jabin Chollet (10-1, 8 KOs). In a six-round super bantamweight fight, Sonora, Mexico’s Gael “El Terror” Cabrera (5-0, 3 KOs) will face former world title challenger Garen Diagan (10-5, 5 KOs) of General Santos City, Philippines.

Also on the prelims, Moreno Valley’s Joshua “El Americano” Garcia (9-0, 4 KOs) will fight Uhlices Avelino-Reyes (2-1, 1 KO) of Omaha, Neb., in a six-round super featherweight match. Fabian Guzman (5-0, 5 KOs) of Orange, Calif., will compete in a four-round middleweight fight against Travis Floyd (4-11-2, 1 KO) of Douglasville, Georgia. In the opening bout of the night, Amarillo, Texas’ Javier Meza will make his professional debut against Findlay, Ohio’s David Music (0-1) in a four-round super lightweight contest.

HERE IS WHAT SOME OF TODAY’S PARTICIPANTS HAD TO SAY:

ALEXIS “LEX” ROCHA, NABO WELTWELTERWEIGHT TITLEHOLDER: “First off, I want to thank God. I want to thank all of Golden Boy Promotions. Want to thank my team to the right of me. Appreciate you guys for everything you guys have ever done. Yeah, I got a good opponent coming in front of me, undefeated. He has a winning streak, but every streak, unfortunately comes to an end. I’ve trained very hard for this fight. I’ve cut no corners. I’m mentally, physically, in the best shape possible. This is my moment, and I’m gonna go and take it. This is gonna be a war, December 14, and I’m ready to make a statement.”

RAUL “EL CUGAR” CURIEL, NABF WELTERWEIGHT TITLEHOLDER:

“Hello everyone. First of all, I want to thank God for this opportunity. This is a dream come true. To be able to see my face in this beautiful poster is surreal.”

“I’ve trained very hard for this fight. I know this fight can open all the doors for a world title shot, and that’s my dream. This fight is for Mexico, it is for all my people who have my back and support me. I know I’m going win. This camp was a tremendous one, and I am in the best shape of my career.”

CHARLES CONWELL, SUPER WELTERWEIGHT CONTENDER:

“It feels good to be back. This is my third fight this year. I’m excited man. I have trained real hard for this fight. I want to thank Golden Boy, the whole team, for putting this together and letting me be the co-main event. I’m looking to steal the show and stay tuned for exciting fight. Let’s get it!”

BERNARD HOPKINS, HALL OF FAMER AND GOLDEN BOY PARTNER:

“As we go into the next year, everyone here to my right and to my left, have an opportunity to go into the new year 2025 with the mindset of being the next main event, or the next star in boxing, or becoming a bigger star in 2025. These are the incentives. Nothing is guaranteed.”

ERIC GOMEZ, PRESIDENT OF GOLDEN BOY:

“We did 22 shows this year. This will be our 23rd. This is the last show for the year, and it has been an incredible year. We had some big events, a lot of world title fights, and many great prospects who fought and are continuing to develop. But I truly believe we saved the best for last, and this main event is going to be fantastic, style-wise.”

“What matters is that both Rocha and Curiel are here. For Golden Boy, it’s a little bittersweet because we’ve watched these two guys grow up in front of our eyes. But as everyone knows, boxing is an individual sport. It’s not a team sport. And sometimes, there’s someone in your way—someone from the same stable, maybe even the same gym or the same promoter. These two guys know the significance of this fight, and I want to commend both of them for accepting it and for giving the fans what they want to see: a great night of boxing.”

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Rocha vs. Curiel is a 12-round welterweight fight presented by Golden Boy Promotions. The event will be available worldwide to all subscribers on DAZN, both live and on demand.

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ONTARIO, CALIF. (December 3, 2024) – The DAZN undercard has been finalized for the anticipated clash of power between two, world title contenders, NABO Welterweight Titleholder Alexis “Lex” Rocha (25-2-0, 16 KOs) and undefeated knockout artist and NABF Welterweight Titleholder Raul “El Cugar” Curiel (15-0, 13 KOs). The 12-round main event will take place on Saturday, December 14, live from Toyota Arena in Ontario, Calif. and broadcast around the world on DAZN. Doors to the venue open at 1:00 p.m. PT, the Golden Boy Fight Night: Rocha vs. Curiel Prelims livestream begin at 1:10 p.m. PT, and the DAZN Broadcast will kickstart at 5:00 p.m. PT.

Tickets for Rocha vs. Curiel are on sale and are priced at $100, $75, $50 and $25 not including applicable service charges. A limited amount of Golden Boy VIP Experience tickets will also be available for purchase with exclusive merchandise and fight night upgrades included. Standard and VIP tickets for purchase at Ticketmaster.com, Toyota-arena.com, Goldenboy.com or the Toyota Arena box office Monday through Friday from 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

The media credentials form is open and can be found at the Golden Boy website. Applications are due EOD, December 9.

In the co-main event, the highly ranked, undefeated world title contender Charles “Bad News” Conwell (20-0, 15 KOs) will return to the ring in a 10-round super welterweight fight against Buenos Aires, Argentina’s Gerardo Vergara (20-0, 13 KO’s). With two straight knockout performances since signing with Golden Boy, Conwell will look to impress yet again against the tough Argentinian who also has had an impressive knockout streak and has held several regional titles.

Making his great return, John “Scrappy” Ramirez (13-1, 9 KOs) is making a comeback into the ring against Sugar Land, Texas’ undefeated Ephraim Bui (10-0, 8 KOs) in a 10-round super flyweight fight. In a crossroads fight, U.S. Olympic Medalist and former unified world champion Marlen Esparza (14-2, 1 KOs) and former four-time World Champion Arely “Ametralladora” Mucino (32-4-2, 11 KOs) of Monterrey, Mexico will battle it out in a 10-round super flyweight bout. Opening the DAZN Broadcast with a 10-round super featherweight fight, Victor “El Tornado” Morales (19-0-1, 9 KOs) of Vancouver, Canada and Ensenada, Mexico’s Jose Ortiz (16-2-1, 6 KOs) will kick off the broadcast.

On the Golden Boy Fight Night: Rocha vs. Curiel Prelims that are streamed live on the Golden Boy YouTube Channel, Tijuana, Mexico’s Jorge “El Niño De Oro” Chavez (12-0, 8 KOs) will participate in an eight-round super bantamweight fight against Ruben Casero (12-3, 4 KOs) of Colonia, Uruguay. In a six-round super bantamweight fight, Sonora, Mexico’s Gael “El Terror” Cabrera (5-0, 3 KOs) will measure up against former world champion challenger of General Santos City, Philippines, Garen Diagan (10-5, 5 KOs). Moreno Valley’s Joshua “El Americano” Garcia (9-0, 4 KOs) will fight Uhlices Avelino-Reyes (2-1, 1 KO) of Omaha, Nebraska in a six-round super featherweight match.

Also on the prelims, Ventura, California’s Ricardo Ruvalcaba (12-0-1, 10 KOs) will participate in a six-round super lightweight medley, and Fabian Guzman (5-0, 5 KOs) of Orange will participate in a four-round super welterweight fight with both of their opponents soon to be announced. Opening fight night, Amarillo, Texas’ Javier Meza will make his professional debut against Findley, Ohio’s David Music (0-1) in a four-round super lightweight bout.

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Rocha vs. Curiel is a 10-round welterweight fight presented by Golden Boy Promotions. The event will be available worldwide to all subscribers on DAZN, both live and on demand.

For more information, visit www.goldenboypromotions.com, and DAZN.com. Follow on Twitter @GoldenBoyBoxing and @DAZNBoxing. Become a fan on Facebook at www.facebook.com/GoldenBoy and https://www.facebook.com/DAZN. Follow on Instagram @GoldenBoy and @DAZNBoxing. Follow the conversation using #RochaCuriel

Vergil Ortiz Jr. came back after a 17 month layoff to score a dubious first round stoppage over Fredrick Lawson in a 10-round middleweight bout at The Virgin Hotel in Las Vegas.

In the opening round, Ortiz drove Lawson back with a jab, and followed up with a flurry of punches that Lawson took. The punches were getting through but not enough for Tony Weeks to stop the bout, but the veteran referee did in fact stop the contest at 2:33.

Ortiz, 157 lbs of Grand Prairie, TX had several fights cancelled due to illness, but got back on this night to raise his perfect mark to 20-0 with all wins coming early. Lawson, 152.4 lbs of Accra, GHA is 30-4.

“I’m ready for anyone. It felt like I’m back to doing what I usually do,” said Vergil Ortiz Jr. “This is my calling; this is what I was made to do and I want to continue doing this. There’s a lot of fighters that I want to fight, but Tim Tszyu, with all due respect, I want him next. He’s a hell of a fighter and it would be an honor to take him next.”

Barroso Shocks Davies in 1; Wins Interim Super Lightweight Title

Ismael Barroso won the WBA Interim Super Lightweight title with a stunning first round stoppage over Ohara Davies.

Barroso landed the first hard left of the fight that hurt and eventually put Davies on the canvas. Davies was hurt badly and ate more power shots and was sent to the canvas for a second time. Upon getting to his feet, referee Celestino Ruiz stopped the bout at 1:53.

Barroso, 139.6 lbs of El Tigre, VEN is 25-4-2 with 23 knockouts. Davies, 140 lbs of Hackney, ENG is 25-3.

“When I started boxing, they told me that I have a lot of power, and with God on my side I have that power.” said Ismael Barroso. “When I threw the first punch, I knew I had hurt him, I knew that I had him. The public has been calling for the fight with Romero, and I just want to say, I’m right here!”

Arnold Barboza Jr. stops Ndongeni After 8

Arnold Barboza Jr. was dominant in stopping Xolisani Ndongeni after round eight of a scheduled 10-round super lightweight bout.

Barboza slowly broke Ndongeni down and tuned up the in round eight as he battered Ndongeni all over the ring. referee Raul Caiz Jr. stopped the bout in between rounds eight and nine.

Barboza, 139.4 lbs of El Monte, CA is 29-0 with 11 knockouts. Ndongeni, 139.2 lbs of Eastern Cape, SA is 31-4.

Curiel Stops Diaz in 8

Raul Curiel remained undefeated with an eight-round stoppage over Elias Diaz in a scheduled 10-round welterweight bout.

In round five, Diaz began to bleed around the left eye. Later in the round, Curiel landed a right hand around that eye that put Diaz on the canvas. Curiel continued to bear up Diaz and the fight was stopped at 1:06 of round eight-eight

Curiel, 146.8 lbs of Guadalajara, MEX is now 14-0 with 12 knockouts. Diaz, 146.2 lbs of National City, FL is 12-2.

Raul Curiel remained undefeated by stopping Courtney Pennington in the final round of their 10-round welterweight bout at The Fantasy Springs Casino Resort in Indio, California.

Curiel won just about all of the rounds and landed a flurry in the corner that did not seem to have Pennington in that much trouble, but the referee stopped the bout at 2:53.

Curiel. 147 lbs of Guadalajara, MEX is 13-0 with 11 knockouts. Pennington, 146 lbs of Brooklyn, NY is 17-7-3.

“He is truly a warrior with tremendous experience. I threw everything at my disposal, and he took it all,” said Raul Curiel. “I took my time in the ring and we got the victory we trained hard for. This fight helped shake off some of the cobwebs after not being inside the ring for more than half a year, so I am proud of the work I did in there and learned a lot.”

Manny Flores stopped Jerson Ortiz in round two of a scheduled 10-round super bantamweight bout.

In round one, Flores dropped Ortiz with an uppercut. Later in the round it was a little right hook on the inside. In round two, Flores was aggressive and landed a big flurry that was finished off with a left hand that put Ortiz down for a third and final time at 50 seconds.

Flores, 120 lbs of Coachella, CA is 16-1 with 12 knockouts. Ortiz, 119.8 lbs of Managua, NIC is 17-8.

“I showed everyone the REAL ‘Gucci Manny’ tonight. This is the real me,” said Manuel Flores. “I showed that when I’m disciplined and work hard no one can beat me. We put in the miles and the rounds in for this fight. I expected my opponent to come forward a little more, but I’m glad we got the win.”

Grant Flores remained undefeated with a six-round unanimous decision over Jaleik Bogle in a super welterweight bout.

In round five, Flores sent Bogle down with a right hand.

Flores landed 140 of 339 punches. Bogles was 48 of 220.

Flores, 151 lbs of Coachella, CA won by scores of 60-53 on all cards is now 3-0. Bogle, 151 lbs of Tampa, FL is 4-2-2.

Daniel Luna remained undefeated with a second round stoppage over Alexander Gutierrez in a scheduled four-round lightweight bout.

In round two, Luna dropped Gutierrez with a left to the body. Gutierrez tried to get up but went back to his knee and the fight was over at 1:53.

Luna, 134 lbs of Victorville, CA is 3-0 with three knockouts. Gutierrez, 129.8 lbs of Lake Elsinore, CA is 0-3.

Jorge Chavez remained undefeated with a third-round stoppage of veteran Marvin Solano in a scheduled six-round featherweight bout.

In the final seconds of round three, Chavez hurt Solano with a left hook and sent him down with a chopping right hand. Solano did not beat the count at 2:59.

Chavez, 123.8 lbs of San Diego is 8-0 with six knockouts. Solano, 122.2 lbs of Managua, NIC is 24-11.

LOS ANGELES, CA (August 29, 2023): Fighters from the Golden Boy Fight Night on DAZN: Curiel vs. Pennington on Thursday, September 7 and the Mexican Independence Weekend’s Zepeda vs. Gesta on September 16 hosted a special media workout to promote their upcoming fights.

On Thursday, September 7, Mexican Olympian and current NABF Welterweight Titleholder Raul “El Cugar” Curiel (12-0, 10 KOs) will defend his title against Brooklyn, New York’s Courtney “BKNY” Pennington (17-6-3, 7 KOs) in a 10-round main event. In the co-main event, Manuel “Gucci Manny” Flores (15-1, 11 KOs) will return to the ring for redemption in a 10-round super bantamweight fight against Jerson Ortiz (17-7, 8 KOs) of Managua, Nicaragua. Hot prospect and fan-favorite Grant Flores (2-0, 2 KOs) who represents the Coachella Valley with his cousin “Gucci Manny” will participate in a six-round welterweight fight against Jaleik Bogle (4-1-2, 2 KOs) of Tampa, Florida. Victorville’s Daniel Luna (2-0, 2 KOs) will fight Alexander Gutierrez (0-2) of Lake Elsinore in a four-round super featherweight fight. Opening the Golden Boy Fight Night on DAZN broadcast, Jorge Chavez (7-0, 5 KOs) of San Diego will participate in a six-round featherweight fight against a soon-to-be-announced opponent. Also on the card, Leonardo Sanchez (5-0, 4 KOs) of Cathedral City will fight in a four-round super featherweight against Luis Perez (8-7, 2 KOs) of Puebla, Mexico. The card will take place live worldwide on DAZN from Fantasy Springs Resort Casino.

For the Mexican Independence Weekend on September 16, William “El Camarón” Zepeda (28-0, 24 KOs) will defend his WBA Continental Americas Lightweight Title in a 12-round match against Mercito “No Mercy” Gesta (34-3-3, 17 KOs) live from the Commerce Casino & Hotel. The co-main event will feature Vancouver’s Victor “El Tornado” Morales (18-0-1, 9 KOs) who is scheduled to defend his WBA Intercontinental Featherweight Title against Mexico City’s Edwin “Pupo” Palomares (18-4-2, 9 KOs) in a 10-round fight. Three-division and five-time world champion Yokasta Valle (28-2, 9 KOs) will make her grand 2023 return to U.S. soil and will defend her IBF and WBO Minimumweight World Championship titles against Maria Santizo (11-3, 6 KOs) of Guatemala City, Guatemala. On The Golden Boy Fight Night: Zepeda vs. Gesta Prelims streamed on YouTube and Facebook Watch, Daniel “Junebug” Garcia (6-0, 5 KOs) of Denver, Colorado will fight Guadalajara, Mexico’s Erick “Aidahoe” Benitez (4-4, 1 KO) in a four-round super featherweight match. In a six-round super lightweight fight, Mexicali, Mexico’s Pinpon Reyes (10-0, 5 KOs) will measure up against Roberto Gomez (5-1, 5 KOs) of Mexico City. Doors to The Commerce Casino & Hotel open at 2:30 p.m. PT, The Golden Boy Fight Night: Zepeda vs. Gesta Prelims on YouTube and Facebook Watch begin at 2:30 p.m. PT, and the DAZN broadcast will begin at 5:00 p.m. PT/ 8:00 p.m. ET.

Here is what some of the participants from today’s workout had to say:
RAUL CURIEL, NABF WELTERWEIGHT TITLEHOLDER:
“It’s a dream come true to fight on September 7 as the main event. I am now just a couple of steps away from my goal of becoming a world champion. I am going to close this year with a victory, and then look for a chance for a world title.”

MERCITO GESTA, LIGHTWEIGHT WORLD CONTENDER:
“I knew this fight with William “El Camarón” Zepeda was coming. I wanted this fight because he is an up-and-coming fighter in my weight division. I think this how all boxers should do it; not cherry-pick, but the best fighting the best. My family, my team and my newborn son are my biggest motivation. Watch me on September 16!”

VICTOR MORALES, JR., WBA INTERCONTINENTAL TITLEHOLDER:
“I am feeling good to go man. I am working on everything. The last fight against Diego De La Hoya just gave me so much more drive. It gave me the stage to show what I am trying to prove and we just want to keep on excelling at that. I’ve really started to learn the business side of boxing this year, just not the fighter-side of the sport. We’re just excited for this next phase.”

YOKASTA VALLE, IBF AND WBO MINIMUMWEIGHT CHAMPION:
“I celebrated my birthday training hard. I’m thankful to Oscar and Golden Boy for remembering my birthday! I will defend my titles and I’ll be more than ready to take on the biggest challenges in the sport. The fans will fall in love with me when they watch me inside the ring!”

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Golden Boy Fight Night on DAZN is presented by Golden Boy Promotions. The event is sponsored by “BetOnline – Your Online Sportsbook Experts.” The event will be available worldwide to all subscribers on DAZN, both live and on demand.

Media interested in a credential for the fight must fill out a credential application by Tuesday, September 5. To apply, please visit https://forms.gle/tbBpxsKYusyxnBms6.

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Zepeda vs. Gesta is a 12-round fight for the WBA Continental Americas Lightweight Title presented by Golden Boy Promotions. The fight is sponsored by Betonline, “BetOnline, Your Online Sportsbook Experts.” The event will be available worldwide to all subscribers on DAZN, both live and on demand.

Media interested in applying for a media credential can submit their request at https://forms.gle/ftJEyQUyfYavLyDM8. Credentials are due EOD, September 12.

For more information, visit www.goldenboypromotions.com and DAZN.com. Follow on Twitter @GoldenBoyBoxing and @DAZNBoxing. Become a fan on Facebook at www.facebook.com/GoldenBoy and https://www.facebook.com/DAZN. Follow on Instagram @GoldenBoy and @DAZNBoxing. Follow the conversation using #ZepedaGesta

ARLINGTON, TX (April 7, 2023): Knockout artist and undefeated pugilist William “El Camarón” Zepeda (27-0, 23 KOs) of San Mateo, Mexico will return to the ring after pulling an upset against Joseph Diaz, Jr. last October 2022 and is now scheduled to defend his WBA Continental Americas Lightweight Title against former world champion challenger of Curundu, Panama Jaime “Jaimito” Arboleda (19-2, 14 KOs). The two fighters will participate in a 12-round lightweight fight that is presented in association with Sampson Boxing. The event, originally announced as Eimantas Stanionis versus Vergil Ortiz, Jr., will still take place at College Park Center at The University of Texas at Arlington campus and will be broadcast worldwide on DAZN. 

“I am very excited for the opportunity to showcase my talents to all my Texas fans,” said William Zepeda. “You don’t want to miss April 29th, get ready to see who ‘El Camarón’ is live!”

“I can’t predict the outcome of a fight, but one thing’s for sure: I’m stepping into that ring with everything I’ve got,” said Jaime Arboleda. “I am ready to give it my all and leave it all in the ring. Bring it on.” 

“In an absolutely stacked lightweight division, I don’t think there is anyone I would favor over Zepeda,” said Chairman and CEO of Golden Boy Oscar De La Hoya. “But other fighters have been favored over Arboleda before and ended up tasting defeat. To get to the next level, Zepeda must continue to use the volume of punches and relentlessness that have made him a force to be reckoned with.” 

In the co-main event, Diego De La Hoya (24-1, 11 KOs) will participate in a 10-round featherweight fight against stablemate Victor Morales (17-0-1, 8 KOs). De La Hoya was last seen December 2022 with a victory against Jose Santos Gonzalez. Morales is coming off of a win against Diuhl Olguin last November 2022. 

Guadalajara’s Raul “El Cugar” Curiel (12-0, 10 KOs) will participate in a 10-round welterweight bout against Chicago’s Frederick Lawson (29-3, 22 KOs). Curiel is coming in hot after an explosive, second-round victory against Brad Solomon last December 2022. 

In the night’s special female championship presentation, the WBA, WBC and Ring Magazine Flyweight World Champion of Houston, Texas, Marlen Esparza (13-1, 1 KOs) will defend her titles against Merlo, Argentina’s Gabriela Alaniz (14-0, 6 KOs). The fight is scheduled for 10-rounds. 

Opening up the DAZN broadcast with eight-rounds of super middleweight action, Reading Pennsylvania’s David Stevens (12-0, 9 KOs) will face off against Marco Periban (26-6-1, 17 KOs) of Mexico City. Opening up fight night, Caleb Zuniga (1-0) of Austin, Texas will participate in a four-round super featherweight fight against a soon to be announced opponent. 

Tickets are on-sale and are priced at $150, $90, $60, $45 and $30 not including applicable service charges. Tickets will be available for purchase at UTATickets.com, AXS.com or GoldenBoyPromotions.com. 

Fans who previously purchased Stanionis vs. Ortiz, Jr. tickets have two options: (1) Keep purchased tickets and receive a partial refund of the difference with the new price or (2) a full refund of tickets purchased. Ticket holders are highly encouraged to fill out their preference at THIS link. If an option is not chosen, tickets will remain the same at the original price point. 

Media interested in applying for a credential can apply HERE. Media credential applications are due by EOD April 17. 

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Zepeda vs. Arboleda is a 12-round fight for the WBA Continental Americas Lightweight Title and is presented by Golden Boy Promotions in association with Sampson Boxing. The event is sponsored by “BetOnline – Your Online Sportsbook Experts,” and AutoZone, “Get in the zone, AutoZone.” The fight will take place on Saturday, April 29  at College Park Center in Arlington, Texas and will be streamed live worldwide on DAZN.

For more information, visit www.goldenboypromotions.com and DAZN.com. Follow on Twitter @GoldenBoyBoxing and @DAZNBoxing. Become a fan on Facebook at www.facebook.com/GoldenBoy and https://www.facebook.com/DAZN. Follow on Instagram @GoldenBoy and @DAZNBoxing. Follow the conversation using #ZepedaArboleda

LOS ANGELES (November 30, 2022): Wrapping up the year with the Golden Boy Fight Night: LA Edition series, one of Golden Boy’s top welterweight prospects Raúl “Cugar” Curiel (11-0, 9 KOs) of Guadalajara, Mexico will make his main event debut on DAZN as he defends his NABF Welterweight title against Douglasville, Georgia’s Brad Solomon (29-5, 9 KOs). The scheduled 10-round scrap will take place on Saturday, December 17 at The Commerce Casino and Hotel and will be broadcast worldwide on DAZN beginning at 6:00 p.m. PT. 

“I am excited to be the main event for this fight card. I have been waiting for this next step in my career and I can’t wait to demonstrate to everyone who I am, my potential and that I can fight in the big leagues,” said Raúl Curiel. “It’s been a long year, and I have been training hard these past three and a half months. I am very prepared to defend my NABF title that I have worked very hard to earn. I look forward to continuing to climb the rankings to one day contest for a world championship.” 

Tickets for Golden Boy Fight Night: LA Edition will go on sale Wednesday, November 30, at 10 a.m. PT and are priced at $75, $50, and $30 not including applicable service charges. Tickets will be available for purchase at GoldenBoyPromotions.com.  

Providing chief support to the card, Mexicali, Mexico’s Diego De La Hoya (23-1, 11 KOs) will face Jose “El Torito” Gonzalez (23-10-1, 13 KOs) of Guadalajara, Mexico in a 10-round featherweight fight. Just signed to his new promotional home at Golden Boy, Monterrey, Mexico’s Aaron Silva (10-0, 7 KOs) will be looking to impress in an eight-round super middleweight fight against Alan Campa (18-6, 12 KOs). One of Golden Boy’s fan-favorites, Jousce “Tito” Gonzalez (13-0-1, 12 KOs) of Glendora, California will participate in a 10-round super lightweight fight against Ivan “Macanon” Cano (26-10-2, 16 KOs) of Mexico City, Mexico. 

Also on the card, Nick “Slicknick” Sullivan (6-0, 1 KO) of Norfolk, Virginia is scheduled for a six-round lightweight matchup against a soon-to-be announced opponent. Gregory “Goyo” Morales (13-1, 8 KOs) of San Antonio, Texas will participate in a six-round featherweight tilt against Guadalajara, Mexico’s Alexis “Picudito” Molina (8-1-1, 5 KOs). Culiacán, Mexico’s Martin Leon will partake in an eight-round lightweight scrap against a soon-to-be announced opponent. 

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Curiel vs. Solomon is a 10-round welterweight fight presented by Golden Boy Promotions. The fight will take place on Saturday, December 17 live from the Commerce Casino and Hotel and will be broadcast on DAZN worldwide.

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Gilberto “Zurdo” Ramirez stopped Yunieski Gonzalez in round 10 of an exciting an entertaining 12-round light heabyweight bout at the AT&T Center in San Antonio, Texas.

Gonzalez started off the fight well as he was able to land some hard punches in the opening fraem. In round three, Gonzalez was deducted a point for holding the head.

In round four, they stood toe-toptoe with Ramirez rocking Gonzalez. Every time it looked like Gonzalez was going down or even stopped, he would land a hard right that would drive Ramirez back. In round five, Ramirez continued to batter Gonzalez.

As the rounds went on, Ramirez got into a boxing mode a started piling up rounds with Gonzalez staying dangerous by landing an occasional right hand. In round 10, Ramirez landed a huge barrage of punches that got through the guard of Gonzalez and even snapping his head back several times until the fight was stopped at 1:22.

Ramirez, 174.4 lbs of Mexico is 43-0 with 28 knockouts. Gonzalez, 173.8 lbs of Miami, FL is 21-4.

“He is a great fighter. I knew he was going to be tough because he showed no fear in his eyes,” said Ramirez. “He had nothing to lose, and I knew he was going to come with everything he had. Thank you Yunieski for taking the fight.

“I tried to land body shots and he was prepared. So, I had to change my attacks and focus on hitting him upstairs so I could get the victory. My hand is a little hurt but that is the price you pay to win. I am ready for the next challenge, I want Bivol. He can’t run anymore, I am coming for him,” continued Ramirez.

“I dedicate this fight to Vicente Fernandez, a great Mexican legend. I come from Mexico, and he inspired me to live my dream and I want to show everyone that they can live their dreams too. There are no barriers besides yourself,” concluded Ramirez.

“I am really disappointed in myself,” said Gonzalez. “I always knew Zurdo would be difficult, a tough fighter. But I expected more from myself. This is not the best performance from me, I’m going to back work on myself and get better.”

Estrada Stops Santizo in 4; Retains Minimumweight Title

Seniesa Estrada retained the WBA Minimumweight title with a 4th round stoppage over Previously undefeated Maria Santizo.

In round three, Estrada dropped Santizo with a hard left hook to the head. In round four, it was another left that sent Santizo down and the fight was stopped at 1:51.

Estrada, 104.6 lbs of East Los Angeles, CA is 22-0 with 14 knockouts. Santizo, 103.8 lbs of Guatamala City, GUA is 9-1.

“I give my performance a ‘C’ today because I was getting too ahead of myself. I wanted to the knockout too early so I got caught a few times trying to set it up,” said Estrada. “She was a tough fighter, she is 9-0 with 5 knock outs for a reason, so I knew she was coming in to win. But I knew I had to stop her I just had to be more patient. In 2022 I want to unify the division with a fight against IBF World Champion Yokasta Valle from Costa Rica.”

“Honestly I felt super prepared for this fight,” said Santizo. Seniesa, however, knew how to connect. We fell to the canvas but I feel good, I think maybe the stoppage was too anticipated. But I defer to the referee who is there to protect our health. Now I have to go back to the gym, train and wait for the next opportunity.”

Roach Decisions Alvarado

Lamont Roach Jr. won a 10-round unanimous decision over former world champion Rene Alvarado in a super featherweight bout.

In round five, Roach began to swell under his left eye. In round eight, Roach was bleeding from his nose.

Roach landed 163 of 522 punches; Alvarado was 141 of 881.

Roach, 129.8 lbs of Washington, DC won by scores of 100-90 and 98-92 twice and is now 22-1-1. Alvarado, 129.6 lbs of Managua, NIC is 32-11.

“I feel good about this victory. I just beat a man who was a world champion two fights ago,” said Roach, Jr. “This is the type of victory that I need to show that I am ready for a world title fight. Rene Alvarado is a warrior, a tough guy who I couldn’t knock down, but I feel we did our job today. I want the champion next, Roger Gutierrez.”

“I don’t know what to do anymore. The job we did today was excellent,” said Alvarado. “On my count I believe the fight was mine. When I heard unanimous decision, I knew that was right, but when they said Roach, Jr.’s name I couldn’t believe it. I know I won the fight.”

Marlen Esparza retained the WBC Flyweight title with a unanimous decision over Anabel Ortiz

In round two, Ortiz went down and was scored a knockdown.

Esparza, 111.6 lbs of Houston, TX won by scores of 100-88, 99-90 and 95-94 and is now 11-1. Ortiz, 111.2 lbs of Mexico City is 31-5.

“My performance was good considering I just came back after contracting Covid-19,” said Esparza. “I wanted to see what it would feel like to come back and I can say that there is some fatigue. We knew she was a counter puncher so we were prepared for it, but I can feel a little of the fatigue. Now that is all over and I know what it feels to come back, I want all the belts. I want Naoko Fujioka from Japan and just unify this division.”

“I think I delivered a great fight, simply the referee did not favor me,” said Ortiz. “He counted two slips that were obviously not knockdowns, she pushed me. I am very unhappy because they put someone in the ring who does not know how to do his job, especially when this is a world title fight. It is a disservice to the sport. They took the victory away from me.”

Victor Morales and Rudy Garcia battled to a 10-round draw featuring undefeated featherweights.

Morales won a card 97-93; Garcia won a 96-94 tally and a third card was even at 95-95.

Morales, 125.4 lbs of Vancouver, WA is 15-0-1. Garcia, 125.2 lbs of Los Angeles, CA is 12-0-1.

“I am really upset with the decision, because I feel like I won that fight,” said Garcia. “Morales is a good fighter, I know him from the amateur world, but I think that I pulled off the victory in the end. I really want the re-match to prove that I won this fight.”

“I feel like I won the fight. I feel like I broke him down from the very beginning,” said Morales. “Yes, we got hit. I got things to work on, but I still feel like I won this fight. Let’s do the re-match next, let’s run it back and prove who is the best.”

Ruslan Madiyev won a 10-round unanimous decision over Luis Hernandez in a welterweight bout.

Madiyev, 139.5 lbs of Indio, CA won by scores of 99-91 twice and 98-92 and is now 14-2. Hernandez, 141.8 lbs of Chihuahua, MEX is 21-2.

“I had seen past fight footage of Hernandez and I noticed that he kept his left hand down,” said Madiyev. “So I made sure to prepare and attack with that right hook, and I kept catching him. I am very proud of my team for the amazing preparation, and I can’t wait to come back in the ring and fight for a title soon.”

Raul Curiel stopped Kendo Castaneda in round seven of their 10-round welterweight bout.

In round three, Curiel landed a left hook that was ruled a knockdown

In round seven, Curiel dropped Castaneda with a body shot and the fight was over at 1:20.

Curiel, 146.4 lbs of Mexico is 11-0 with seven knockouts. Castaneda, 146.6 lbs of San Antonio, TX is 17-5.

“I am very happy to be in Texas and to make my first title defense in front of my family. Castaneda was a strong opponent, but I am glad we were able to show off all our hard work and get a victory. This was one of my best performances and I am so happy to be able to share it with everyone,” said Curiel.

John Ramirez stopped Miguel Rebullosa in round two of their four-round bantamweight fight

Ramirez scored two knockdowns and then landed heavy shots on the ropes and the fight was stopped at 2:21.

Ramirez, 117.6 lbs of Los Angeles is 8-0 with seven knockouts. Rebullosa, 118 lbs of Mexico is 4-13.

Nick Sullivan remained undefeated with a four-round unanimous decision over Erick Benitez in a lightweight bout.

Sullivan, 134 lbs of Norfolk, VA won by scores of 39-37 on all cards and is now 5-0. Benitez, 134.6 lbs of Guadalajara, MEX is 2-2.

LAS VEGAS (December 16, 2021) – Former North American Boxing Association (NABA) Welterweight Champion Kendo “Tremendo” Castaneda (17-4, 8 KOs) challenges undefeated, reigning North American Boxing Federation welterweight title holder Raul “Cougar” Curiel (10-0, 8 KOs) in a 10-round bout this Saturday night at AT&T Center in San Antonio.

Curiel vs. Castaneda is on a loaded card, presented by Golden Boy Promotions and headlined by the World Boxing Association (WBA) light heavyweight title eliminator between Gilberto “Zurdo” Ramirez (42-0, 28 KOs) and Yunieski “Monster” Gonzalez (21-3, 17 KOs), streaming live on DAZN. The winner will become the mandatory challenger for WBA Super Light Heavyweight World Champion Dmitry Bivol (19-0, 11 KOs).

This is a potential career-changing fight for Castaneda, who won his first 17 pro fights before losing his last four matches. It should be noted that, keeping it in perspective, all four of Castaneda’s losses were fought in his opponent’s backyard and/or on their promoter’s show, and their combined record was 88-5.

“This is a career-changing fight for me because it puts me as a top-notch welterweight to reckon with,” explained the 28-year-old Castaneda, who is promoted by Roy Jones, Jr., (RJJ) Boxing Promotions. “An impressive win can get me a big fight in the welterweight division.”

Castaneda will still be taking on the promoter’s fighter, but this time “Tremendo” will have the advantage of fighting at home in San Antonio for the first time in more than 2 ½ years.

“It feels great to be fighting back at home since all the time I’ve been away,” Castaneda said. “I honestly don’t like traveling much. I miss my home crowed because all my fan support is here in San Antonio. Having my city behind me means the world to me.

Castaneda, who has never been stopped as a prizefighter, is fighting one of Golden Boy’s brightest prospects in 2016 Mexican Olympian Curiel, who will be making his first title defense of the NABF crown he captured this past June, stopping Ferdinand Kerobyan (14-1) in the ninth road.

“I believe I will outbox my opponent for 10 rounds and get a unanimous decision win,” Castaneda concluded. “I’d never heard of him. I’m ready for whatever comes my way, and I will execute for a victory.”

Kendo Castaneda is at the crossroads of his career needing to live up to his “Tremendo” nickname in order to turnaround his career.

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Ryan Garcia scored the biggest win of his career as he survived a hard 2nd round knockdown and come back and stopped former world title challenger Luke Campbell and win the WBC Interim Lightweight championship at the American Airlines Center in Dallas, Texas.

In round two, Campbell shockingly landed a perfect straight left to the jaw that sent Garcia to the canvas for the 1st time in his career. Garcia was able to steady himself and win the balance of the rounds.

In round seven, Garcia landed a vicious left to the body that sent Campbell down on all fours for the 10-count at 1:38.

Garcia, 135 lbs of Victorville, CA is now 21-0 with 18 knockouts. Campbell, 135 lbs of Hull, ENG is 20-4.

“My performance definitely showed a lot of people who I really am,” said Ryan Garcia. “Going into this fight I wanted to show people that you are not what people call you. You are what you choose to be. I chose to be a champion tonight. I didn’t let anything stop me from being a champion tonight. Even when he dropped me, I knew that couldn’t stop me from being champion.”

“I got too excited in the moment. I felt I could just walk him down, but he ended up cracking me. So, I had to adjust and calm down. I knew that I could beat him. I had to show that I was a warrior. I was a little dizzy with the knockdown, but I wasn’t worried. He’s not used to going forward, so I just knew I had to cover up.”

“He never fights coming forward, so I knew he would back up throughout the fight. I’m naturally a counterpuncher. But today I showed that I can be aggressive, go forward and take it to somebody. I showed I can take it to somebody and knock them out. God told me that it would end with a body shot, and that’s what happened. I want to thank God.”

On The Future:

“I want to be a man of my word. I want Gervonta “Tank” Davis. I am ready. People are worried about that one. I want Tank Davis. I would also fight Devin Haney, too.”

Luke:

“He’s very heavy handed. Even when I was blocking the shots, I could feel them. That was the hardest shot I was ever hit with. I tried and tried to get up, but I couldn’t. I felt him coming on, and I was moving back, and when you move back my body relaxed a little bit and that’s the exact time he hit me.”

He did so well to get up from the shot in the second round! I felt that through my arm and knew it was a beauty but all credit to him, he got up and show he’s got real heart. 

It was a great fight and I knew I was right in the fight and thought I was having a good round in the seventh, but that was just a fantastic body shot. I was ready to attack again and he just timed the punch perfectly, I wanted to beat the count but just couldn’t, you just have to hold your hands up and say it was a great shot from a very talented fighter who is going to go a long way.

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“This is the kind of fight where superstars are made. Down on the mat early for the first time in his career, Ryan got up, rallied, broke down his man and got the knockout. Everyone in the lightweight division should consider themselves on notice. 2021 will be the year of Ryan García.”

Gutierrez drops Alvarado 3 times; Wins 130 lb. Title

Roger Gutierrez won the WBA Super Featherweight title with a 12-round unanimous decision over Rene Alvarado

In round three, Gutierrez landed a hard uppercut that sent Alvarado to the canvas. Moments later, Gutierrez landed a big straight right that put Alvarado down a 2nd time. In round five, Gutierrez started to bleed over his left eyebrow.

Alvarado fought himself back in the fight, but Gutierrez may have sewed the fight up with a big left hook that sent Alvarado down for a 3rd time in the final round.

Alvarado landed 162 of 643 punches; Gutierrez landed 222 of 673.

Gutierrez, 129 lbs of Maricalbo, VEN won by scores of 114-113 on all cards, and is now 25-3-1. Alvarado, 129.4 lbs of Managua, NIC is 32-9.

The fight was a rematch of a fight that Alvarado stopped Gutierrez

Alvarado stops Kriel in 10; Retains Light Flyweight Title

Felix Alvarado defended his IBF Light Flyweight Title with a 10th round stoppage over former 105 pound champion Deejay Kriel.

In round two, Alvarado landed a big left hook that sent Kriel to the deck. In round four, it was almost the exact same scenario as Alvarado landed a hige left hook that put Kriel down again.

Kriel showed signs of coming back, but his punches were not enough to keep Kriel off of him. In round 10, Alvarado landed a series of punches that forced the referee stoppage at 1:39.

Alvarado, 107.4 lbs of Managua, NIC is 36-2 with 31 knockouts. Kriel, 107.4 lbs of Gautang, SA is 16-2-1.

“I knew this would be a tough fight,” said Felix Alvarado. “He was a mandatory challenger and a former world champion, so I knew it would be tough. I got a bit tired, but that was because of his experience. I also dropped him with a hook, and I didn’t even expect for a punch like that to land. But rather than keep looking for that punch, I kept pushing him to the ropes to wear him down. I’m very happy to obtain this win because it is a dream come true for the Alvarado brothers to fight on such a big card together. I want any of the other world champions so I can show who is the best in the division.”

Curiel stops Agaton in 2

Raul Curiel remained undefeated with a 2nd round stoppage over late-replacement Ramses Agaton in a scheduled eight-round middleweight bout.

In round one, Curiel landed a hard left hook to the body that sent Agaton to the canvas. Curiel continued the onslaught in the 2nd round as Curiel landed a huge right and hand, and the towel was thrown in from Agaton’s corner at

Curiel, 153.2 lbs of Tamauilpas, MEX is 9-0 with seven knockouts. Agaton, 156.4 lbs of Mexico is 22-13-3.

“I felt really good and strong,” said Raul Curiel. “I felt that my opponent was a bit heavy. But I’m happy that I was able to deliver a great performance. I’m ready for any opponent that they bring to me at welterweight.”

Sean Garcia Decisons Marquez

Ryan Garcia’s brother Sean Garcia remained undefeated with a four-round majority decision over Rene Marquez in a lightweight bout.

Garcia landed 48 of 161 punches; Marquez was 30 of 185.

Garcia, 134.2 lbs of Victorville, CA won by scores of 39-37 twice and 38-38 and is now 6-0. Marquez, 134.4 lbs of Scottsbluff, NE is 5-6.

“There were so many things going as we went into this fight,” said Sean Garcia. “I was a bit nervous. I came off of a year-and-half layoff. I had to find my distance. It was also hard to land shots on him because of his unorthodox style.  Now, I just have to keep training hard and learn from my mistakes.”

Alex Rincon remained undefeated with a six-round unanimous decision over Sergio Gonzalez in a middleweight fight.

Rincon, 155.4 lbs of Dallas won by scores of 60-54 scores and is now 8-0. Gonzalez, 155.8 lbs of Mexico is 6-8-1.

WBC//WBO Super Middleweight champion Franchon Crews-Dezurn won a eight-round unanimous decision over Ashleigh Curry in a non-title cruiserweight bout.

Dezurn, 171,4 lbs of Baltimore MD won by scores of 80-72 on all cards and is now 7-1. Curry, 176.2 bs of Saint Joseph, MO is 8-14-4.

Asa Stevens made a successful pro debut with a four-round unanimous decision over veteran Fancisco Bonilla in a bantamweight bout.

Stevens, 118.6 lbs of Waianae, HI won by scores of 39-37 on all cards and is now 1-0. Bonilla, 118 lbs of Chihuahua, MEX is 6-9-3.

Tristan Kalkreuth stopped Jorge Martinez in the opening round of ther four round cruiserweight bout.

Kalkreuth landed a hard right that dropped Martinez and the fight was over 50 seconds.

Kalkreuth, 194.3 lbs of Duncanville, TX is 7-0 with five knockouts. Martinez, 198.4 lbs of Guadalajara, MEX is 4-6.

Follow all the action as Ryan Campbell and Luke Campbell battle for the WBC Interim Lightweight Title.  The action begins at 3 PM ET / 12 PM PT / 8 PM in the UK with an undercard that will feature two world title bouts that will see the Alvarado brothers defending their titles.

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Round 1: Jab to body from Garcia..Left to body from Campbell..Straight right from Garcia..Right hand..Bidy shot from Campbell..Right hook

Round 2 Hard flurry from Garcia…HUGE LEFT AND DOWN GOES GARCIA..

Round 3 Left to body from Garcia…Flurry..

Round 4 Good body shot from Campbell..Left to body…Hard right from Garcia..Right hand..Left from Campbell..

Round 5 right on inside for Campbell..Straight left…Lead right from Garcia..Nice Flurry…Big left at the bell hurts Campbell

Round 6 Garcia landing big flurries…Right from Campbell..Uppercut from Garcia

Round 7 Nice right from Garcia…Right hook to the head…BODY SHOT AND DOWN GOES CAMPBELL FIGHT OVER

Round 1 Straight right from Alvarado.. Body shot…2 Huge rights from Gutierrez Buckles Alvarado

Round 2 Counter right from Alvarado…Uppercut and straight right from Gutierrez..Uppercut..

Round 3 HUGE UPPERCUT AND DOWN GOES ALVARADO…BIG RIGHT AND DOWN GOES ALVARADO…Uppercut stuns Alvarado…Left and right from Alvarado..Right…

Round 4 

Round 5 Straight right from Alvarado and another..Blood from left eyebrow of Gutierrez…Body combo from Alvarado..Overhand right..

Round 6 Doctor looking at Gutierrez eye…Running jab from Alvarado..Seeping left hook…

Round 7 Uppercut from Alvarado…Nice counter left

Round 8 Right from Alvarado

Round 9 

Round 10 Jab from Alvarado…

Round 11 Combination from Gutierrez

Round 12 LEFT HOOK AND DOWN GOES ALVARADO

113-112 ON ALL CARDS FOR GUTIERREZ

Round 1: Alvarado being aggressive..2 uppercuts..Right uppercut

Round 2 BIG LEFT HOOK AND DOWN GOES KRIEL…Big over hand right..Right..Huge right

Round 3 Right from Alvarado

Round 4 BIG LEFT HOOK AND DOWN GOES KRIEL..Nice left hook from Kriel..3 uppercuts and left hook from Alvarado…Right from Kriel..Combination

Round 5 Left hook from Alvarado..

Round 6 Jab from Alvarado…Grazing right…Left hook…Shoeshine from Kriel…

Round 7 Left hook from Kriel…Nice uppercut…combination..

Round 8 Combination from Kriel…Right…Left hook from Alvarado…Uppercut..Body shot from Kriel…Nice jab

Round 9 Uppercut from Alvarado…Jab to body…Right Hand…Hard shots snaps Kriel’s head back

Round 10  Big overhand right from Alvarado…Body shot…COMBINATION ON THE ROPES, KRIEL TAKING PUNISHMENT  AND FIGHT IS STOPPED 

Round 1 LEFT HOOK BODY SHOT AND DOWN GOES AGATON.
Round 2 Huge right from Curiel…TOWEL THROWN IN FROM AGATON’S CORNER

Round 1 Counter right from Garcia..Right hook
Round 2 Left to body and right from Garcia..Good right from Marquez..Garcia starting to turn up pace
Round 3 Flurry from Garcia…Body combination
Round 4 Right hook from Garcia..Nice right from Marquez…Good body shot from Marquez

39-37 TWICE AND 38-38 FOR GARCIA

Mike Reed stopped Yardley Cruz in round two of a scheduled six-round welterweight bout.

Reed was dominant and the referee stopped the bout after a hard flurry of punches at 1:45 of round two.

Reed, 141 lbs of Washington, DC is now 24-2 with 13 knockouts. Cruz, 142 lbs of Los Mochis, MEX is 25-14.

Raul Curiel stopped Andrew Rodgers at the end of two rounds of their scheduled six-round super welterweight bout.

Curiel, 149.4 lbs of Tamaulipas, MEX is now 6-0 with four knockouts. Rodgers, 144.2 lbs of Elkhart, IN is 4-7-1.